A weekly address from Patrick Adams,
President of St. Louis Community Credit Union

Just the Facts

Here we go again. Hater’s hate. UGH! How is it that lack of information and/or misinformation allows for a determination of one’s feelings in the negative to seemingly escalate to a fever pitch of hatred overnight? If you are inflicted by such a malady, please seek to change. Counseling may be the answer.

Differences Aren’t Wrong – They’re Just Different

Seventeen to 20 years loosely defines a generation. So on the horizon sits about 25 percent of the population, born between 1995 and 2012. They’re the generation after the oft referred to Millennials that, by most accounts, have rocked our world. What do we call them? Centennials? iGen? How will this cohort act? Here’s some early discussion. (Remember, they are between five and 17 years old). (more…)

We need STEM Graduates

Big news! No, not that Taylor Swift released her new album. No, not that the Cardinals are barely above .500. No, not that one lady won north of $750 million. Nope! The big news that should be grabbing all of the headlines is that most of the smart kids are not in America. (more…)

Patrick Adams, CEO

Patrick has been employed with St. Louis Community Credit Union for more than 30 years. As a Community Development Financial Institution, St. Louis Community offers safe and affordable loans, second chance checking accounts and branches in underserved areas as part of its overall community giveback. Patrick is proud to be associated with nearly 200 employees who have a laser-like focus on service to our members and the community. Learn more at stlouiscommunity.com